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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Napier, New Zealand

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Surrounded by restaurants and cafes in Napier city centre, Motel de la Mer offers ocean-facing suites with a fully equipped kitchen. Some rooms have a balcony with ocean and city views. Guests enjoy free WiFi access.

Location was perfect for us. Room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast being brought to the room by Santani at our requested time was a real treat. Santani made us feel almost like family.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,079 reviews
Price from
£107
per night

Offering an outdoor pool and a balcony with both garden and pool views, Bluff Hill Bed & Breakfast is just a 4-minute drive from Port of Napier. Free Wi-Fi and free parking is included.

The B&B is just a 5-minute drive from Bluff Hill National Park and a 7-minute drive from McLean Park. Te Mata Peak is 30-minutes’ drive away.

Excellent accomodation! Although rather small, the cottage offers all you need, with a fabulous attention to detail. The garden is wonderful the hosts Kitty and Peter caring to make the stay as comfortable as possible. The breakfast with fresh baked bakery every morning outstanding. We will remember the nice conversation over breakfast. Well done, Kitty and Peter!

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9.6
Exceptional
117 reviews
Price from
£94
per night

Absolute Beachfront B&B in Napier provides adults-only accommodation with direct access to the beach and a hot tub with beach & sea views. The property is around 8 km from McLean Park, 6 km from Bluff Hill Lookout and 7 km from Pania of the Reef Statue. Both free WiFi and private parking are accessible at the bed and breakfast.

First off, Brin and Biddy were outstanding hosts. And the place was spacious and clean. The ocean front location made for a great view while relaxing in their spa. They loaned me a bike for a pleasant bike ride into Napier. Brin made reservations for us at a winery restaurant that was within easy walking distance. The food and wine were excellent. Definitely this stay was a highlight of our New Zealand trip.

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9.4
Superb
40 reviews
Price from
£124
per night

Located opposite the picturesque Clive Square, Expressotel is 7-minutes’ walk from the waterfront at Marine Parade. It offers modern rooms with flat-screen TVs. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

Located in the heart of Napier, the retro expressotel is opposite the Municipal Theatre and is 7 minutes’ walk from Hawke’s Bay Museum. It is 10-minutes’ drive from Mission Estate Winery, Church Road Winery and Hawke's Bay Airport. Guests are within reach of cafes and restaurants.

Comfiest bed ever, especially after a marathon!

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8.2
Very good
1,476 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Shoreline Motel is adjacent to the Napier Beach and is a short minute’s walk from the Napier Town. Featuring modern rooms with a well-equipped kitchenette, this property offers free parking on site. Guests receive 500MB of free WiFi per day, per device.

good size room,clean tidy well looked after,good loaction

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8.2
Very good
1,903 reviews
Price from
£83
per night

Located on the waterfront with panoramic Pacific Ocean views, the Art Deco Masonic Hotel features free WiFi and historic Art Deco architecture. Guests enjoy 2 bars and 2 restaurants.

Art Deco Masonic Hotel is located in the centre of Napier, just 10 minutes’ drive from Hawke's Bay Airport. It is 2 minutes' walk from the main street of Marine Parade and located opposite MTG Hawke’s Bay and The Art Deco Centre.

Just disappointed that the Globe was closed, but understand why and we could not have breakfast on the premises.

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8.5
Very good
1,260 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Overlooking Ahuriri Marina, Anchorage Motor Lodge offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, free on-site parking and flat-screen satellite TV. The popular Ahuriri Village is a 5-minute walk away.

A kitchenette or kitchen with a microwave and refrigerator is standard in all rooms. Most rooms have a double spa bath, and some also offer lovely views of the marina.

Great room (plenty of space and good facilities) with a view over the marina and hills beyond. Balcony for sitting outside to see the view. Location also very good - only 4-5 minute walk to a selection of many restaurants. Having said that, we ate in the Thirsty Whale each night as we were so impressed with it on our first night

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8.1
Very good
1,317 reviews
Price from
£100
per night

Overlooking the waterfront, The Crown Hotel offers stylish boutique accommodation in Ahuriri, just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier city centre. Guests receive access to a restaurant, fitness centre and complimentary, unlimited WiFi.

The property was clean and very nicely updated with all the amenities we needed and more. There was more than enough room for our family to comfortably settle in for the week.

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8.6
Fabulous
614 reviews
Price from
£114
per night

Rooms at the County Hotel are elegantly designed and offer antique furnishings. They each include a TV with satellite and Netflix channels, air conditioning, a work desk and tea/coffee making facilities.

Friendly staff, beautiful room and all the extra touches like the complimentary snacks and drinks

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8.8
Fabulous
397 reviews
Price from
£131
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Motel de la Mer
    Central location
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 1,082 reviews

    Surrounded by restaurants and cafes in Napier city centre, Motel de la Mer offers ocean-facing suites with a fully equipped kitchen. Some rooms have a balcony with ocean and city views.

    Great service, great location and super comfortable

  • The County Hotel
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 397 reviews

    Located in the centre of picturesque Napier, this luxurious 5-star hotel is located in the center of the Art Deco Precinct.

    Great location, close to pools,restaurants,parking

  • ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 585 reviews

    Located in the Napier suburb of Taradale, 4.5 star ASURE Colonial Lodge Motel offers apartments with free WiFi and a fully equipped kitchen.

    The pool and spa - Great place to stay with the kids!

  • The Crown Hotel
    Central location
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 616 reviews

    Overlooking the waterfront, The Crown Hotel offers stylish boutique accommodation in Ahuriri, just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier city centre.

    amazing location and friendly staff and clean rooms

  • Art Deco Masonic Hotel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,260 reviews

    Located on the waterfront with panoramic Pacific Ocean views, the Art Deco Masonic Hotel features free WiFi and historic Art Deco architecture. Guests enjoy 2 bars and 2 restaurants.

    Comfortable, neat and clean. The roof top is very cute

  • The Dome Boutique Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 402 reviews

    The Dome Boutique Apartments offers boutique self-contained apartments in the heart of Napier city centre. Most apartments or studios have a private balcony with spectacular ocean views.

    Excellent position and comfortably appointed property

  • Quest Napier Serviced Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,751 reviews

    Quest Apartments are located in the heart of Napier, just 5 minutes’ walk from the waterfront and Marine Parade.

    Loved Napier Apartment was walking distance to Art Deco area

  • Navigate Seaside Hotel & Apartments
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 849 reviews

    Navigate Seaside Hotel & Apartments offers contemporary accommodation located just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier City Centre.

    Excellent view, great bed, staff very accommodating

  • expressotel
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,478 reviews

    Located opposite the picturesque Clive Square, Expressotel is 7-minutes’ walk from the waterfront at Marine Parade. It offers modern rooms with flat-screen TVs. Guests enjoy free WiFi.

    The room is very comfortable, and huge value for money.

  • Scenic Hotel Te Pania
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,678 reviews

    Scenic Hotel Te Pania enjoys a waterfront location on Marine Parade, overlooking Hawkes Bay.

    Beds were comfty, staff was relaxed, location mint..

  • The Nautilus
    Central location
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,684 reviews

    Overlooking Hawke’s Bay, Nautilus offers stylish rooms with a spa bath and a private balcony or patio. This Art Deco inspired hotel has an on-site restaurant that is open for breakfast and dinner.

    Location and room was very clean. Spa was awesome.

  • At The Rocks Motorlodge

    At The Rocks Motorlodge is located by the waterfront, just 5 minutes’ drive from Napier city centre. It offers free Wi-Fi, free car parking and a fitness centre.

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Boutique hotels that guests love in Napier

  • 9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 44 reviews
    It was beautiful luxurious and spacious with two bathrooms. All interior decor was ‘designer’.
    Anne
    People with friends
  • 9.9
    Scored 9.9
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 20 reviews
    Exactly like the photographs! A charming apartment with a funky design and all the facilities one could ask for. Gordon was very attentive and gave some great restaurant recommendations.
    David
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £132.96
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 397 reviews
    A wonderful solid Art Deco building converted into a stunning boutique hotel with period furniture, set on a quiet street but within the heart of Napier. Staff were friendly, attentive and good humoured, the hotel spotless, the rooms spacious and quiet and the food excellent.
    Malcolm
    Young couple
  • 9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 39 reviews
    The property is better than shown in the photos, fabulous interior design, quality linens, easy walking distance to large variety of cafe's and bars also.
    Karla
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £119.14
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,703 reviews
    I loved the view it was stunning! Such an affordable but lovely motel! I would definitely go back! Was peaceful at night hearing the waves. Accomdated for EVERYTHING!
    Sharlia
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £94.36
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 288 reviews
    the design, taking care of the details, lovely and super friendly owner
    Farqad
    Solo traveller
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 63 reviews
    Lovely interior design with a functional porch outside Spacious living room and bedrooms Tasteful and modern decorations and bathroom fittings
    Pradheep
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £117.23
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,638 reviews
    Fabulous staff, super helpful. Breakfast was lovely and kindly served. Dinner on Thursday night very nice. Room was beautiful, spacious and comfortable. Carpark was rather handy too. We love the design and look.
    Tony
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £97.69
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 2,625 reviews
    interior design and comfortable vibes.
    Rohdcel Johann
    Young couple
  • 9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 629 reviews
    This is an old house on the seafront which has been turned into a boutique B&B with a lot of character. Our room was tastefully if somewhat eccentrically decorated with many attractive and stylish details. There is a breakfast room with a splendid seaview. The hotel advertises affordable luxury and that is a good description.
    Graham
    Family with young children

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